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Franklin Eddins Obituary
Franklin was well known and respected in the Zebulon area, having been a tobacco farmer for many years and owner of Eddins Oil Company for 25 years.
Franklin was a member of Wakefield Central Baptist Church, was retired from the Zebulon Rural Fire Department, served on the Zebulon Area Planning Board, Director of the Zebulon Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors at SunTrust Bank and the Zebulon Swimming Pool for many years. He was a member of the Whitestone Masonic Lodge #155, having served in all offices from Master to Secretary, and as the Installing Officer for new members. He was a 32nd degree Shriner.
Franklin is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Judy Cunningham Eddins sons, Joey Eddins and wife Amy, Chad Eddins and fiancee' Heather, all of Zebulon; daughter, Kristie Eddins of Raleigh; his grandsons, Chandler and Cameron Eddins both of Zebulon; his loving sister, Katie Eddins Vance and husband, John; brother Wilson Eddins all of Zebulon and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service 3 pm Sunday Wakefield Central Baptist Church. Burial with Masonic Rites, Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to sincerely thank the nurses and caregivers from Guardian Care and Hospice of Wake County for their genuine love and care of Franklin during his illness and to special caregiver Roxanne Manning
Flowers accepted or contributions may be made to Hospice of Wake County in honor of Franklin's life, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.
Visitation hours are 6 - 9 pm Saturday at Massey Funeral Home, Zebulon www.masseyfuneralhome.com.
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kelly harris
July 8, 2010
Sorry to hear Franklin(Pops) has ended his journey. He was a wonderful man, person, friend. I am thankful to have had him a part of my life, will remember him dearly. My prayers go out to the family, may you all heal in time.
Debra Woodlief
July 6, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Edwin & Joan Tippett
July 4, 2010
Franklin will be well remembered by us. A friend for many years.
May God be with all of his family during your time of grief.
God Bless.
Donna Anderson
July 4, 2010
Judy,
"Well done, you good and faithful servant." We will truly miss Franklin. I've known him all my life. He was a "legend", and a special friend. Judy, you have been an inspiration to me and others who know you, seeing you take care of Franklin through these last 5 years. I am sure it was difficult. Your loving dedication, patience, and faithfulness to him is a symbol of what a Godly wife should be. May god bless you and your family in the days ahead.
Love you,
Donna P. Anderson
July 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Janet Whitley (Zebulon,NC)
Mark and Pam Oliver
July 3, 2010
There aren't many people around anymore who run a business the hometown way Mr. Eddins did! I remember one time I had forgotten my checkbook and told him I'd run home and get it. "Don't you do that," he said, "just bring the money by sometime." When my children started to drive, he'd let them get gas and whatever else they wanted (and would even give them cash back) and just let me pay it when I came in. You don't forget things like that. I am so sorry for your loss and know that you were blessed to have had this man in your lives.
Lyn & Debbie Barbour
July 3, 2010
We have such fond memories of Franklin. The old car events. Watching him cut a rug. The man could dance! He was a bright spot at any function he attended. He always had a hug and a kind thing to say each time you say him. He will be sorely missed. Our prayer is that all the fond memories of time spent with Franklin will easy the sorrow we are all feeling at his passing. May God bless and comfort you.
Don & Janet Addison
July 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hedy J. Creech
July 3, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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